An 85-year-old retired teacher comes to your office for evaluation of weakness. You obtain a complete history, perform a thorough physical examination, and order laboratory tests. You diagnose her with hyperthyroidism. Based on her age, which of the atypical symptoms of hyperthyroidism is more likely to be seen?
A) Fatigue
B) Weight loss
C) Tachycardia
D) Anorexia
D) Anorexia
This is an atypical symptom of hyperthyroidism that is more likely to be seen in the older patient.
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A client with severe anxiety who has been pacing the hall suddenly begins to run, shouting "I'm
going to explode!" over and over. The nurse who has been walking with him should a. run after the client and call out for the client to stop running. b. capture him in a basket hold when he runs back up the hall. c. ask "I'm not sure what you mean. Give me an example.". d. assemble a show of force and state "We will help you regain control.".
When caring for a patient with severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS), the nurse knows that the presenting clinical manifestations include which of the following?
A) Nausea and vomiting B) Diarrhea and dehydration C) Dizziness and tinnitus D) Fever and cough
What is generally considered the most valid means of developing the knowledge base of nursing?
1. Scientific research. 2. Evidence-based practice. 3. Qualitative research. 4. Outcomes research.
The nurse reviews for a group of schoolchildren some facts about Lyme disease, which include that: (Select all that apply.)
a. The disease is extremely communicable from person to person b. The first signs are a painful red macule at the site of a tick bite c. The most common host is the white-tailed deer d. The causative agent, Borrelia burgdorferi, is transplacental e. The disease can cause congenital anomalies